Question 1

what causes man boobs?

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Gynecomastia: Hormones cause men to get boobs.  Obesity can allow testosterone to convert into estrogen when men become too heavy.  Drugs can also cause this condition.  Even liver failure from alcoholism.  See your doctor and let him/her examine your chest.  If your breasts are enlarged it is important to try to understand why and if an option to correct it exists.

Question 2

how can i decrease my 'man boobs'?

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Man "boobs": It depends on the cause of the enlarged breast tissue.  This can have many causes, many of which involve a hormonal imbalance of estrogen vs testosterone.  It is necessary to see your doctor to correctly diagnose the cause in order to advise you about proper treatment.

Question 3

is there a way to lose my man boobs?

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Man boobs: Are caused by several factors.  If you can eliminate the causes you can control, then you should see your doctor or plastic surgeon to evaluate those you cannot control then come up with a plan to help you lose them.

Question 4

what's the best way to end man boobs?

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If weight loss: Doesn't help, see a plastic surgeon about a gynecomastia reduction surgery.

Question 5

what's a fast way to shrink man boobs?

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Gynecomastia: Depends how old your are,  how is your weight?  If  you are young wait, lose weight exercise and they may improve. Ultimately plastic surgery maybe necessary.

Question 6

is there any medicine to reduce man boobs?

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Depends on the situa: Pubertal gynecomastia will occur in 1/3 to 1/2 of males ; generally last about a year before fading.Up to 3 years is noted occasionally before disappearing. Overweight kids can appear to have it from just fat accumulation.If present after 3 years, surgical removal of the glandular tissue ; liposuction of any associated fatty tissue will do the job.There is no med that ends this.

Question 7

what's the best way to end man boobs fast?

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Gynecomastia: The most common cause of "male breasts" on both sides is weight gain.  Getting on an exercise regimen and changing your dietary habits can help.  There are some medications that can cause gynecomastia (enlarged male breast tissue).  I recommend reviewing your medications with your doctor. In some cases, it may need to be surgically removed.

Question 8

can you tell me how i can lose my man boobs?

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Depends on the cause: Are you overweight? This condition can arise on its own or can be secondary to certain drugs (ie marijuana and many prescription meds) and also can be secondary to hormonal problems that may signal a bigger issue.  If you aren't simply overweight consider seeing your md. You need a testicular exam, review of your medications, and several blood tests that are not part of routine bloodwork.

Question 9

could you tell me how to reduce my man boobs?

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Surgery vs Other: Depending on the severity, liposuction, excision of gynecomastia (male breast enlargement), or noninvasive techniques. Best to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon.

Question 10

can you advise for some stuff about man boobs?

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Basics: Since roughly half of males go through transient gynecomastia at the onset of puberty, and most resolve within 6m to a year, it's hard to consider it a horrible affliction. A few will have persistent or dramatic gynecomastia. If its not due to some medical condition or drug use is primarily a cosmetic issue. It can erode someones self concept , surgery is helpful.

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